Residents of Meriden experienced a temporary loss of water service on Saturday when a main pipe ruptured at the Murdock Avenue Bridge over Interstate 91. The break affected homes and businesses along Murdock Avenue, Paddock Avenue, and the stretch extending to the Wallingford town line.

City response and repair effort

City officials were notified of the incident shortly after it occurred. Within a short period, public‑works crews were dispatched to the site to assess the damage and begin repairs. The city confirmed that the water main was successfully repaired and that water service was restored to the affected area later that same day.

Impact on the community

Neighbors reported the loss of water as the break began, prompting the city’s rapid response. While the interruption was inconvenient, the swift repair work limited the duration of the outage. Residents were advised to conserve water until service was fully restored.

Looking ahead

The city’s public‑works department continues to monitor the repaired line to ensure continued reliability. Officials reminded the community that infrastructure maintenance is an ongoing priority and encouraged residents to report any future service issues promptly.

Meriden’s quick handling of the water main break demonstrates the city’s commitment to maintaining essential services for its citizens, reinforcing the reliability of local utilities even when unexpected problems arise.

Original reporting: NBC Connecticut — read the source article.